Clutch basket yz 426 -00

joje_80

Does any one having problems With theirs? i was driving in thick mud and dirt it really had to work hard on the 4 gear then i stopped and when i started again i heard a ticking sound from the engine, so i went home and opened it up, it is very nice original clutch in great condition, but it broke down in two bits a crack from the center and all way out, what brand should i replace it with? anyone who know who sells cheap clutch baskets? i want a basket that fits with original parts!

shanedut

If it were me I would put a Hinson clutch basket in, if I was gonna replace it. As far as clutches go I would go with the stock ones they are a lot better than the aftermarket ones i've found. If it were me for your 2000 yz426 I would do the 2001 clutch upgrade it makes the clutch work better and less grabby.

DwD

If it were me I would put a Hinson clutch basket in, if I was gonna replace it. As far as clutches go I would go with the stock ones they are a lot better than the aftermarket ones i've found. If it were me for your 2000 yz426 I would do the 2001 clutch upgrade it makes the clutch work better and less grabby.

Is there some guide to what parts that are needed for the 2001 clutch upgrade?

Shwantz34

i EXPERIENCE THIS CLUTCH BASKET FAILURE. I had 3 YZ-426 all 2000 year , and its the first time that it happens to me. My sugestion is to go with the original Yamaha parts, not to expensive and its a good part. If you have the money for it and want to keep the bikes for some times, put an Hinson, they are buletproof. I will return you the tips for the clutch update to 01, i have done the mods, and its works wonderfuly.Its a very good mods to do to 00.

Pincushion

I replaced my stocker w/ a Performance Engineering unit from Motosports Outlet last summer and it's certainly a much nicer unit than stock. Mt stocker was starting to groove at the fingers and felt that $130 was a worthwhile investment since I just spent $1200 rebuilding the engine. One year later and no regrets.
I did have to replace the hub this year since the splined portion was starting to spin within the hub body. Keep an eye on that too.